In loving memory of

Gale Lynn Barela
May 28, 1959 - October 5, 2020

Gale Lynn Barela, age 61, the daughter of George and Gladys (Walker) Peters, was born May 28, 1959 in Omaha, Nebraska. She passed away October 5, 2020 in Omaha, Nebraska.
On Monday, October 5, 2020, Gale Lynn Barela, loving wife, and selfless mother was brought to rest. Gale was born on May 28th, 1959 in Omaha, NE. On August 2nd, 1980, she married David R. Barela. Together they raised their daughter, Adena. Gale found strength in her deep love and compassion for others. She had a passion for gardening and animals. Above all else, she was kind. Gale is survived by her husband, Dave; daughter, Adena; countless other family members and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents: George and Gladys; her brother, Jerry.
MASS OF CHRISTIAN BURIAL 10:30 A.M., Friday, October 9, 2020 at St. Philip Neri Catholic Church, 8200 N. 30th Street. Visitation 5:00 to 7:00 P.M., Thursday, October 8, 2020 at Forest Lawn with a Rosary at 6:30 P.M.. Burial at Forest Lawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to CHI Health Henry Lynch Cancer Center or Lauritzen Gardens.

Tributes

Tom Johnston wrote on Oct 26, 2020:

"Dave very sorry for your loss, hope to see you next season on the softball fields, Tom Johnston"

Gary Truitt wrote on Oct 6, 2020:

"Dave - Sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family."

Carl Adkins wrote on Oct 6, 2020:

"Dave, you may not remember me, but I knew you at Northwest Post Office. I'm so sorry you lost your life partner. Sincerest of condolences."

Patrick Sweaney wrote on Oct 6, 2020:

"I am so sorry for your loss. I saw it in the paper this morning and was shocked and saddened. I had wondered why I hadn?t seen you this year. Hang in there. All the best. Pat Sweaney. "

Janet Edmonds wrote on Oct 6, 2020:

"My heartfelt sympathy and prayers to the family, Please be comforted by the hope that you will see your beloved one again in the very near future. Hosea 13:14"

Chris Gillette wrote on Oct 5, 2020:

"Gale was kind, funny, and stronger than anyone I've every known. She will truly be missed. "